tailwind

Audit Tailwind v4 CSS for anti-patterns and generate a prioritized remediation guide.

7|1|Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tartinerlabs/skills --skill tailwind-tartinerlabs
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Skill: tailwind
Source: https://github.com/tartinerlabs/skills/tree/main/skills/tailwind
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tartinerlabs/skills --skill tailwind-tartinerlabs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Tailwind v4's rich utility set can lead to spacing, sizing, and responsive inconsistencies. This skill identifies anti-patterns and enforces best practices to maintain clean, scalable CSS.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Audits common Tailwind anti-patterns such as spacing direction issues, inconsistent dimensions, 8px grid violations, non-mobile-first patterns, verbose shorthands, and GPU-accelerated animation usage.
  • Reads rule definitions from rules/ to generate structured guidance and actionable fixes.
  • Useful for code reviews, CI checks, and design-system enforcement across large projects.

Quick Start

Audit your codebase to detect Tailwind v4 anti-patterns and generate a prioritized report.

Frequently Asked Questions about tailwind

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit Tailwind v4 code for CSS anti-patterns?▼

To audit Tailwind v4 code for CSS anti-patterns, scan your project to identify spacing direction issues, inconsistent dimensions, 8px grid violations, and non-mobile-first patterns, generating a prioritized remediation guide for clean CSS.

What are common Tailwind spacing and sizing inconsistencies to check for?▼

Common Tailwind spacing and sizing inconsistencies include spacing direction issues, inconsistent dimensions, and 8px grid violations. Auditing these anti-patterns enforces best practices and maintains scalable CSS across large project codebases.

Can I audit a specific path instead of the entire codebase for Tailwind issues?▼

Yes, you can audit a specific path instead of the entire codebase for Tailwind issues. The audit reads rule definitions from the rules directory and targets either the full project or a specified path to report responsive inconsistencies.

How do I enforce mobile-first responsive patterns in Tailwind CSS?▼

To enforce mobile-first responsive patterns in Tailwind CSS, audit your codebase for non-mobile-first anti-patterns. This identifies responsive inconsistencies and generates structured guidance with actionable fixes to enforce design-system standards.

What is the best way to detect verbose shorthands and GPU-accelerated animation issues in Tailwind?▼

The best way to detect verbose shorthands and GPU-accelerated animation issues in Tailwind is to run a codebase audit. This process identifies these anti-patterns and outputs a structured, prioritized remediation guide for clean CSS.

Does Tailwind v4 auditing work for CI checks and code reviews?▼

Yes, Tailwind v4 auditing works effectively for CI checks and code reviews. By reading rule definitions to detect anti-patterns and generate prioritized reports, it enforces design-system standards and maintains clean CSS across large projects.